Study in Australia
at Flinders University · Adelaide, South Australia
CRICOS course code
113747F
CRICOS provider code
00114A
This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.
Duration
26 weeks
Tuition (whole course)
A$18,700 total
Per year
A$37,400/yr
Intake
Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)
The Graduate Certificate in Older Adult Care and Wellbeing at Flinders University offers specialised knowledge for health professionals and individuals seeking to work with Australia's ageing population. Delivered over 26 weeks, this program covers topics central to the medical, psychological, and social support of older adults. Coursework explores geriatric care principles, chronic disease management, wellbeing strategies, and approaches to holistic support for ageing Australians, reflecting current practice standards in the nation's healthcare sector.
Structured as a postgraduate qualification, the course typically comprises four units of study, with each unit valued at a specified number of credit points. The program is designed to build advanced skills in care assessment, interdisciplinary communication, and evidence-based interventions. Students engage with case studies and practical scenarios to deepen their understanding of older adult care within the Australian health system.
This postgraduate certificate is suited to medical practitioners, nurses, allied health professionals, and those working in community or aged care settings who wish to enhance their expertise in gerontology. It provides foundational knowledge, clinical insight, and practical skills aligned with the needs of Australia’s expanding older population. Work-integrated learning and industry connections are embedded where available, offering valuable exposure to current professional practice.
International students are required to demonstrate English proficiency equivalent to an IELTS Academic score of 6.0–6.5. During their studies, students may work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. For definitive course structure, credit, and admission details, refer to the official Flinders University and CRICOS course pages.
It typically takes 26 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).
Tuition is around A$18,700 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.
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